Stool

A short box of wood to support and steady a hull ashore. A Shore is a strut from three to six feet long, say, a stool is usually not more than a couple of feet in height, and is made out of planks about two inches thick and a foot wide, forming an open box.

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Does your ground tackle pass muster? In the July issue of PBO (on sale 14 May) we offer 10 easy checks and dozens of ideas for improving your anchor and chain, plus there's an ingenious demountable windlass design in Practical Projects. For UK readers still stuck at home, try escapism for a change as we indulge in 'amazing adventures' from all corners of the globe. Plus GRP recycling, AIS B+,…